Are These are the Worst Ski Resorts in Colorado?

Colorado is well-known for its world-class skiing. While the Centennial State is home to some of the best ski resorts in the world, including places like Aspen and Vail, they can't all be the best.

A website called Z Rankings has ranked all of Colorado's ski resorts from best to worst based on criteria such as snow quality, terrain, the size of the crowds, and the towns in which the ski resorts are located.

In addition, there are poor reviews of all of these ski resorts on sites such as TripAdvisor and Yelp. However, it's important to take all of this with a grain of salt as there are plenty of pros to go with the cons of each and every one of Colorado's ski resorts.

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That being said, these are known as the five worst ski resorts in Colorado.

5. Powderhorn Mountain Resort

Powderhorn Mountain has been ranked as the 5th worst ski resort in Colorado with an approval rating of 61.1%.

The ski resort, located at 48338 Powderhorn Road in Mesa, Colorado, has negative reviews about how ski rental reservations are handled, unfriendly service, and the fact that there aren't many ski lifts.

However, despite the negative reviews, Powderhorn still maintains a 4 out of 5 rating on TripAdvisor.

4. Eldora Mountain Resort

Eldora Mountain Resort has been ranked as the 4th worst ski resort in Colorado with an approval rating of 60.0%

The ski resort, located at 2861 Eldora Ski Road in Nederland, Colorado, has negative reviews based on customer service, the cost of ski school, and some weather conditions.

While the resort only has a 3.5 out of 5 rating on TripAdvisor, it remains a locals' favorite.

3. Sunlight Mountain Ski Resort

Sunlight Mountain Ski Resort has been ranked the 3rd worst ski resort in Colorado with an approval rating of 58.4%.

The ski resort, located at 10901 County Road 117 in Glenwood Springs, has negative reviews about customer service, bad food, and slow chair lifts.

Despite all of this, Sunlight still has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 on TripAdvisor.

2. Cuchara Valley Resort

Cuchara Valley Resort has been ranked the 2nd worst ski resort in Colorado with an approval rating of 50.3%

The ski resort, located at 946 Panadero Avenue in Cuchara, Colorado, has negative reviews regarding the lack of the zip line that was promised, its "ghost town" feel, and lack of restaurants.

However, despite all of this, the resort still maintains a 4.5 out of 5 rating on TripAdvisor.

1. Ski Granby Ranch Resort

Ski Granby Ranch Resort has been ranked the worst ski resort in Colorado with an approval rating of 48.6%.

The resort, located at 1000 Village Road in Granby, Colorado, has negative reviews about customer service, safety, and poor management.

However, despite all of this, Ski Granby Ranch Resort still maintains a 4 out of 5 rating on TripAdvisor.

[Z Rankings]